I'm new here and I'm freaking out about 2 things...

[Darkstar]

First of all, I was at the drug store today and a man was checking out 2 people ahead of me and he was buying antiemetics and Gatorade. I've been in a state of panic ever since even though I used and sanitizer as soon as I got in my car and washed my hands really well within 5 minutes of leaving there. I'm terrified if I even hear of someone knowing someone who's been sick. Like most here, I'm especially mental during stomach bug season. Now I'm paranoid that I'll catch what he's been exposed to. Secondly, this Friday I start Iron infusion therapy at the hospital. Once a week for 8 weeks. I'm terrified of hospitals and of being exposed to v* while there AND the side effects of the iron infusions are n*, v* and d*.

This is phobia is really ruining my life. I've had it for about 10 years and it's progressively getting worse. I didn't have kids because of it. I've been visiting this site for years but just finally registered today.

Thanks for listening...

[mdgirl1977]

welcome! I can feel the stress coming off you and I feel so bad because I totally get it. When I see that at the store (those items in a cart) I get all frantic and run away like they are a leper. It's nuts, right?

Iron can make you n but you have to take it orally. How are you taking it? I am sure if you are needing it for an 8 week course at the hospital, there must be a reason. I won't ask why, but sometimes the risks are worth it for the benefit. Just tough it out and talk to your dr about your fear. I am sure you are not the first person. Even non emets don't like to be n or v from medicine of any sort.